Agenda item
Application for a New Premises Licence for Leyden Gallery, 9-9a Leyden Street, London E1 7LE
Minutes:
At the request of the Chair, Ms Kathy Driver, Principal Licensing Officer, introduced the report which detailed the new application for Leyden Gallery, 9-9a Leyden Street, London E1 7LE. It was noted that an objection had been received by a local resident.
At the request of the Chair, Mr Lindsay Moran, Applicant, explained that they had written to the sole objector wishing to mediate however there had been no response from him. He explained that they had been operating as a gallery for the past 2 years, without any problems. It was noted that it was a new business, new way to get art lovers to celebrate art. He said that they have had events previously where they have served wine for free and have had no problems. Mr Moran then listed names of esteemed guests who have used or visited the premises in the past.
Mr Moran said that the application was to simply enable them to serve drinks during events which would also financially help them. He said that they could not envisage an increase in the footfall as it was mostly invite only customers or ticketed events.
Members then heard from Mr Robert Berslin, local resident, who said that not many people were made aware of the application hence why not a lot of people objected. He said his main concerns were noise nuisance and the impact it would have to his living conditions. He said he loved the diversity in the area but was concerned about the noise pollution. He said the premise was only 10 yards away from his home. He also expressed concerns that if the financial circumstances of the Applicants were to change then it could potentially turn into wine bar.
In response to questions from Members the following was noted;
- That the basement had a seating capacity for 12 people.
- That in total there was a capacity for 80-90 people on both floors
- That current events caused minor problems but the objector was concerned that once alcohol is available there may be problems.
- That the Applicants currently offered free alcohol at events and have had no problems.
- That there were no other objections from residents or responsible authorities.
- That any licence granted would be subject to reviews and enforcement actions.
- The Applicants gave assurance that the premises would always remain as an art gallery.
Members retired to consider their decision at 8.10.pm and reconvened at 8.15pm.
The Licensing Objectives
In considering the application, Members were required to consider the same in accordance with the Licensing Act 2003 (as amended), the Licensing Objectives, the Home Office Guidance and the Council’s Statement of Licensing Policy.
Consideration
Each application must be considered on its own merits and the Chair stated that the Sub Committee had carefully considered all of the evidence before them and had heard representation from both the applicant and objector.
Members noted the resident’s concerns about noise pollution, however also noted the fact that no responsible authorities had objected to the application. Members made a decision and the decision was unanimous, Members decided to grant the application and imposed a condition to not allow drinks to be taken outside the premises, this would help alleviate the concerns of the local resident in terms of noise nuisance.
Decision
Accordingly, the Sub-Committee unanimously –
RESOLVED
That the application for a New Premises Licence for the Leyden Gallery, 9-9a Leyden Street, London E1 7LE be GRANTED with conditions.
Sale of Alcohol (On Sales Only)
Monday to Saturday from 12:00 hours to 23:00 hours
The Provision for Regulated Entertainment (anything of a similar description to live music, recorded music and performance of dance)
Monday to Saturday from 12:00 hours to 23:00 hours
Hours the premise is open to the public
Monday to Saturday from 11:00 hours to 23:30 hours
Conditions
1) No drinks to be taken outside the premises.
Supporting documents: